GRE Word List

PROPONENT

one who argues in favor of something : advocate

The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.

Random words

WordMeaning
arbitraryexisting or coming about seemingly at random or by chance or as a capricious and unreasonable act of will
defectionconscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion
institutesomething that is instituted: such as
acclaimapplaud
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
luminousemitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light
desertsarid land with usually sparse vegetation
natationthe action or art of swimming
implementa device used in the performance of a task : tool